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Cushing Syndrome for Parents
Cushing syndrome can happen when there are too many glucocorticoid hormones in the body.
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Scabies for Parents
Scabies is an infestation that affects the skin, and is caused by a mite that burrows into the top layer of skin. It causes itching and bumps or blisters.
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Malaria for Parents
Malaria can cause mild illness in some people and life-threatening illness in others. Proper treatment can cure malaria.
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Acanthosis Nigricans for Parents
Acanthosis nigricans (AN) is a condition that causes the skin to thicken and darken in places. AN is not harmful or contagious, but can be a sign of certain other medical conditions.
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Hyperglycemia and Diabetes for Parents
When blood glucose levels (also called blood sugar levels) are too high, it's called hyperglycemia. A major goal in controlling diabetes is to keep blood sugar levels as close to the healthy range as possible.
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What Is Type 1 Diabetes? for Parents
In type 1 diabetes, the body can’t use glucose for energy, making blood sugar levels get too high. People with diabetes need insulin shots or an insulin pump.
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Head Lice for Teens
Lice aren't dangerous, but they do spread from person to person easily. They can also be hard to get rid of. Find out how to prevent lice -- and what to do if someone you know has them.
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Molluscum Contagiosum for Parents
Molluscum contagiosum is a common viral skin infection. For most children, the rash isn't a big deal and goes away on its own over time.
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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) for Teens
Pelvic inflammatory disease, sometimes called PID, is an infection of the fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, or ovaries. Learn how to protect yourself.
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Diabetic Ketoacidosis for Parents
Diabetic ketoacidosis happens when the body uses fat for energy instead of sugar. People with diabetes can get it if their blood sugar levels are too high for too long and they don’t have enough insulin in their system.